In the season six finale of The Poynter Report, learn about an exciting new offering from the Poynter Institute. Well Informed is designed for consumers looking for accurate health and wellness information. From the people who bring you PolitiFact, find out how Well Informed will be an advocate for consumers.

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Wall Street Journal Media Reporter Isabella Simonetti joins host Tom Jones to discuss the recent turmoil at CBS News. Get insight on the status of 60 Minutes. Also, learn what could be next for CNN.

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This is a must-listen to episode for anyone who enjoys soccer/football. The guest is Laura Williamson, Editor-in-Chief of UK and Europe at The Athletic. Hear about how one of the world’s leading sports news organizations is preparing for one of the biggest sporting events on the planet.

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S6 E1: Season six kicks off with the former national media writer for the Associated Press, David Bauder. He joins The Poynter Report to reflect on his nearly 40-year career with the wire service. Among the topics: his interviews with members of the Beatles, the winners and losers in the media world, and press coverage of President Trump.

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For the first time the Poynter Institute's Alex Mahadevan and Angela Fu discuss their investigation that uncovered a troubling case where Nota, an AI company, blurred the line between innovation and plagiarism. Their investigation not only led to the project’s shutdown but also sparked bigger questions about trust, ethics, and the future of news in an AI-driven world. Season 5 Episode 6.

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The Poynter Report features an interview with Frederik Pleitgen, Senior Correspondent for CNN International, who discusses the challenges of reporting in Iran during an ongoing conflict. He describes the difficulty of gaining access to restricted areas, working under surveillance, and reporting amid constant airstrikes, all while having limited internet access. Pleitgen also reflects on the human impact of war, sharing how civilians cope with fear and uncertainty, and how covering these events leaves a lasting emotional impact on journalists.

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The Poynter Report welcomes media reporter Sara Fischer to discuss the key ramifications of the mega deal. Drawing on her work at Axios, Fischer explains the corporate drama involving Warner Bros. Discovery, Netflix, and Paramount. She also addresses CNN's uncertain future.

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The Poynter Report welcomes Steve Grove, CEO and Publisher of the Minnesota Star Tribune, to discuss how his journalists covered the protests in Minneapolis. He reflects on the emotional toll of reporting on deeply personal community stories, the arrests of local journalists, and the growing fight against misinformation. Grove also highlights the dangers reporters faced and the paper’s mission to strengthen trust, accountability, and unity through local journalism during a time of crisis.

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The Poynter Report welcomes back former Washington Post media reporter Paul Farhi as he breaks down the turmoil inside the paper. He discusses recent layoffs, lost trust of Jeff Bezos’ ownership, and political pressure on the paper.

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The Poynter Report welcomes NBC's Tom Llamas to the podcast where he shares details on his rise to fame from a 15-year old intern to the anchor of NBC Nightly News. Also hear what a typical day is for Llamas and finally his views on the role of a network evening newscast.

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